Nelson Permanent Placements

Nelson Permanent Placements NPP are a specialist team of permanent recruiters placing candidates in a wide range of sectors including HR, Commercial, Industrial and many more!

5 qualities employers look for in trades & labour workers.Technical skills matter. But the workers who stand out usually...
19/05/2026

5 qualities employers look for in trades & labour workers.

Technical skills matter. But the workers who stand out usually bring more than experience alone.

Top qualities employers consistently value:

🥾 Reliability
🥾 Safety awareness
🥾 Communication
🥾 Problem-solving
🥾Team attitude

Strong teams are built on both skill and mindset.

Which quality do you think matters most on-site?

We spent 20 hours on site last week across a range of active projects and working in partnership with our clients.From i...
14/05/2026

We spent 20 hours on site last week across a range of active projects and working in partnership with our clients.

From industrial units and housing developments to infrastructure and plant work, our team has been supporting sites where skilled labour is needed most.

This has given hiring managers to work closely with us so that we understand project requirements allowing us to respond quickly and help get key roles filled with the right people.

A big thank you to everyone on site for the hard work, professionalism and commitment throughout the week.

If you’re looking for reliable engineering, trades and labour support, get in touch with us

This is our team.Each day, they are driving construction, engineering, trades, and labour recruitment forward.Every plac...
29/04/2026

This is our team.

Each day, they are driving construction, engineering, trades, and labour recruitment forward.

Every placement we make helps keep essential projects moving, whether it’s skilled engineers, qualified tradespeople, or reliable site labour.

It’s about connecting the right people with the right roles and supporting industries that build and maintain our world.

From early mornings on site calls to last-minute urgent fills, this team consistently delivers with professionalism, speed, and care.

Here’s to continuing to support the workforce that keeps everything running.

Most people think the trades industry is “short on workers.”That’s not true.We’re short on:👉Skilled labour👉Reliable engi...
28/04/2026

Most people think the trades industry is “short on workers.”

That’s not true.

We’re short on:

👉Skilled labour

👉Reliable engineers

👉People willing to stay long-term

The demand is there. The projects are there.

The real issue? A massive skills gap.

If you’re in construction, engineering or industrial — what are you seeing right now?

🚧 We’re Hiring: Quantity Surveyor – Sheffield 🚧We’re working with a specialist contractor in EWI & retrofit who is looki...
24/04/2026

🚧 We’re Hiring: Quantity Surveyor – Sheffield 🚧

We’re working with a specialist contractor in EWI & retrofit who is looking to bring a talented Quantity Surveyor on board.

Location: Sheffield
Coverage: North & Midlands
Opportunity: Join a growing, forward-thinking contractor making a real impact in the retrofit space

This is a great role for someone who wants to be part of a business with strong growth, a solid pipeline of work, and a focus on quality delivery.

If you’re a QS with experience (or interest) in external wall insulation, retrofit, or specialist construction, this could be the next step in your career.

Send your CV to: [email protected]

This is your reminder: You SlayForget dragons — the real power is right on-site. 🛠️From first light to last call, trades...
23/04/2026

This is your reminder: You Slay

Forget dragons — the real power is right on-site. 🛠️

From first light to last call, trades, labourers and engineers are out here building, fixing, manufacturing and making it happen each and every day.

Happy St Georges Day from all at NPP

22/04/2026

Happy Wednesday everyone! Midweek Challenge: Count the spanners

Time for a quick brain teaser to break up the week… How many spanners are in this picture?

Drop your answer in the comments below.

It’s all about attention to detail — something every great maintenance engineer knows is key 🔧

21/04/2026

Welcome to the team Mark

Mark is a Business Development Manager at NPP, where he focuses on growing the construction recruitment business by building strong relationships and identifying new opportunities across the UK.

With over 12 years of industry experience, he supports clients across a wide range of sectors including civil engineering, infrastructure, commercial builds and refurbishments. He is passionate about delivering the right people for the job and helping both clients and workers succeed.

Mark particularly enjoys developing long-term relationships based on trust, honesty and doing the right thing. His background in construction gives him a strong understanding of the industry, helping him connect clients with the right talent.

Outside of work, Mark enjoys travelling, cooking and exploring the UK’s landscapes—from canal walks to mountain hikes. He is also a keen music fan and has played instruments for over 25 years.

Fun fact: Mark was born in the Midlands, sounds like he’s from London, and is always keen to discover new places—whatever the weather.

Happy Mother’s Day to all who are celebrating today ❤️And sending love to those that find today a little tough 🫶🏼
30/03/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all who are celebrating today ❤️

And sending love to those that find today a little tough 🫶🏼

“Today we are celebrating the strength, determination & resilience of women everywhere”
08/03/2025

“Today we are celebrating the strength, determination & resilience of women everywhere”

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Kingsnorth House
Birmingham
B448LS

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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